DevSecOps Engineer

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. Embed automated security controls into CI/CD pipelines across build, test, and release stages .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeCosta Mesa • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $109,500 - $146,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in embedding automated security controls within CI/CD pipelines and securing cloud-native architectures across AWS and Azure. Proficient in vulnerability management, secure coding practices, and continuous compliance in regulated environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CI/CD Pipeline SecurityAWS Cloud SecurityKubernetes SecurityDevSecOps ToolingScripting with Python

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Hard Skills

DevSecOpsCloud SecurityVulnerability ManagementInfrastructure-as-CodeSASTDASTSCADockerJenkinsGit

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationCollaborationInfluence

Tools & Technologies

AWSAzureGoogle CloudOpenShiftLinuxAgileScrum

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCCSPAWS Certified Security SpecialtyAzure Security Engineer

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRegulated Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerJavaJavaScriptJenkinsKubernetesLinuxOpenShiftPerlPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Embed automated security controls into CI/CD pipelines across build, test, and release stages
Design risk-based security gates and integrate SAST, DAST, SCA, and container scanning
Build and maintain internal DevSecOps tooling and platform extensions, including reusable pipeline libraries, security plugins, and automation frameworks
Monitor production and cloud environments in real time to detect, log, and respond to misconfigurations or intrusions
Drive cloud-native security architecture across AWS and Azure environments
Implement security controls for Kubernetes, containerized workloads, and infrastructure-as-code
Evaluate and integrate security tools for application, pipeline, container, and cloud security
Support continuous compliance and governance through automated engineering controls, evidence collection, and control mapping
Collaborate with developers on secure coding and advise IT on safe cloud configurations
Lead vulnerability management and remediation across application, pipeline, and cloud environments
Participate in threat modeling and architecture reviews
Travel occasionally to off-site business meetings or conferences

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in software engineering, DevOps, or DevSecOps roles within enterprise or regulated environments
Strong hands-on experience securing CI/CD pipelines and modern application stacks
Practical expertise with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity or equivalent practical experience in DevSecOps or security engineering roles
Experience building and maintaining internal tooling
Scripting experience with Python or Bash
Strong grasp of Linux and Git
Excellent technical communication skills
Strong collaboration and influence capabilities
Experience with Jenkins CI/CD pipeline design, Git, and agile development methodologies
Working knowledge of Agile and Scrum practices
Preferred: advanced DevSecOps platform experience, SAST/DAST/SCA platforms such as Snyk, SonarQube, Nexus, or equivalent
Preferred: financial services or regulated industry experience
Preferred: professional security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, AWS Certified Security Specialty, or Azure Security Engineer
Preferred: knowledge of Python, Java, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, and Perl

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
401(K) saving plans with company match
Pension
Tuition assistance
Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs
Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)
Incentive program based upon achievement of organization, team and personal performance